East Gippsland Shire and Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) are pleased to reveal the first Indigenous art pieces for Krauatungalung Walk (Stage 1) will be installed over the coming weeks.
The Krauatungalung Walk, named after the Gunaikurnai clan of this area, is designed to support reconciliation and social inclusion through a practical demonstration of respect and mutual understanding between Traditional Owners and the wider community.
Shields representing the five Gunaikurnai clans will be installed at the northern end of the Lakes Entrance footbridge, and a seat featuring Gunaikurnai creators Borun, the pelican, and Tuk, the Musk duck, will be installed at the southern end of footbridge. The seat is constructed of metal and wood and is approximately three metres in height and width.
Inspired by the Gunaikurnai creation story, Borun holds Tuk and the canoe in his embrace. Visitors can enter Borun’s embrace and sit next to Tuk on the canoe, or outside on the ends of the canoe.